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75 Phrases Native Speakers Actually Use

Agreeing and disagreeing

How to say yes, and how to say not quite, without a fight.

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In everyday English, disagreement is often a soft brake, not a crash. Keep it short. Keep it calm.

Exactly.

Meaning. You are completely right.

When. When they said the thing you were thinking.

A: So we should leave at six.
B: Exactly.

Absolutely.

Meaning. Yes, 100 percent.

When. Strong yes. Meetings and friends.

A: This is the right call.
B: Absolutely.

I agree.

Meaning. I have the same opinion.

When. Clear and slightly more formal.

A: We need more time.
B: I agree.

That makes sense.

Meaning. Your reason is clear.

When. When you follow the logic, even if you are not excited.

A: The shop closes at five, so we should go now.
B: That makes sense.

I’m not so sure about that.

Meaning. I doubt it. Soft no.

When. When you disagree but want to stay friendly.

A: We can finish this tonight.
B: I’m not so sure about that.

I see your point, but…

Meaning. I heard you. Here is the other side.

When. The most useful disagreement tool.

A: Let’s cancel.
B: I see your point, but we already paid.

I don’t think so.

Meaning. I disagree.

When. Direct. Keep your tone warm.

A: Is this free?
B: I don’t think so.

Fair enough.

Meaning. Okay. I accept that.

When. After they give a reason you respect.

A: I can’t tonight. I have class.
B: Fair enough.

You’ve got a point.

Meaning. That part is true.

When. Partial agreement.

A: The later train is cheaper.
B: You’ve got a point.

No way.

Meaning. I strongly disagree, or I am surprised.

When. Friends. Not a formal meeting.

A: He ran a marathon with no training.
B: No way.